{"title":"Broad Bean Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover our handpicked range of broad bean seeds, featuring classic heirloom varieties that have stood the test of time in British gardens. Whether you're looking for a compact dwarf variety for a small plot, a striking pink-podded heirloom, or a traditional longpod for maximum yield, our collection has something for every grower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBroad beans are one of the easiest and most rewarding vegetables to grow in the UK — sow in autumn for an early summer harvest, or in late winter for a main crop. All varieties are suited to UK growing conditions and produce generous yields of sweet, tender beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVarieties in This Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sutton\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compact dwarf heirloom, ideal for small gardens, containers, and exposed sites. Grows to just 30cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMasterpiece Green\u003c\/strong\u003e — Award-winning heirloom longpod with excellent flavour and heavy yields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKarmazyn\u003c\/strong\u003e — A striking pink-podded heirloom variety, unusual and ornamental as well as delicious.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBunyards Exhibition\u003c\/strong\u003e — Heritage longpod variety, a classic show bench favourite with large, well-filled pods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"masterpiece-green-award-winning-heirloom-50-seeds-est","title":"Masterpiece Green - Award-Winning Heirloom (50 seeds est)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Connoisseur’s Choice – Superior Flavor and Striking Emerald Beans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad Bean Masterpiece Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is widely regarded as one of the finest green-seeded varieties ever bred. A recipient of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM), it is celebrated for its exceptional reliability and the superb culinary quality of its beans. While many broad beans turn a pale, mealy grey when cooked, Masterpiece Green lives up to its name, retaining a brilliant, appetizing emerald green and a sweet, tender texture that is second to none.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach pack contains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing a generous harvest for your kitchen garden. This variety is a vigorous grower, producing long, slender pods that typically hold 6 to 7 large, succulent beans. Because it is a \"Green Longpod\" type, it is particularly hardy and well-suited to the UK climate. Whether you enjoy them simply steamed with a touch of butter or smashed into a vibrant seasonal risotto, Masterpiece Green delivers a professional, gourmet harvest every time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy 'Masterpiece Green' is a garden essential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRHS Award of Garden Merit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Proven to be one of the most reliable and high-performing varieties for the home gardener.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetains Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The beans stay a beautiful bright green even after boiling or freezing, making them a visual highlight on the plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExhibition Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Often chosen by competitive growers for its long, uniform pods and blemish-free beans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for Freezing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maintains its sweet flavor and firm texture perfectly, allowing you to enjoy your harvest well into the winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Broad Bean Masterpiece Green (AGM)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Sun (sheltered from strong winds)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow Outdoors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e February to April (or October\/November for early crops).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5cm (2in).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20cm apart in double rows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e June to August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGardener’s Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To discourage blackfly—a common broad bean pest—pinch out the growing tips (the top 5-10cm of the plant) as soon as the first pods begin to form at the base. These tips are edible and delicious when wilted in a pan with a little garlic!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Puzzle Seed Company ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57907452510533,"sku":"25591852367535","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/9582\/1637\/files\/Masterpiece_Green.png?v=1778445741"},{"product_id":"the-sutton-compact-dwarf-heirloom-50-seeds-est","title":"The Sutton - Compact Dwarf Heirloom (50 seeds est)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Space-Saver – Big Flavor in a Small Footprint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad Bean ‘The Sutton’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the definitive choice for gardeners with limited space or exposed plots. While traditional broad beans can tower over the garden and require extensive staking, this charming dwarf heirloom stays compact, reaching only about 30–45cm (12–18in) in height. Don't let its small stature fool you; it is a prolific producer of tender, delicious beans that rival the tallest varieties in flavor and quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach pack contains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, enough to fill a patio container or a small raised bed with a bountiful harvest. Because of its sturdy, low-growing habit, 'The Sutton' is naturally wind-resistant, making it perfect for coastal gardens or breezy allotments where taller varieties might topple. The pods are slightly smaller but come packed with 4–5 sweet, succulent white-seeded beans that are perfect for summer salads or classic side dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy ‘The Sutton’ is a garden essential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for Small Spaces:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideal for containers, window boxes, or the front of a vegetable border.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Staking Required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its sturdy, dwarf habit means you can skip the canes and twine—it supports itself perfectly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Wind Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A reliable performer in exposed or windy locations where other beans struggle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Culinary Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Produces very tender, sweet beans that are delicious fresh or frozen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ (Dwarf Heirloom)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow Outdoors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e February to April (or October\/November for an extra early crop).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5cm (2in).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15–20cm apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e June to August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGardener’s Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Because 'The Sutton' is so compact, it is an excellent choice for \"cloche growing\" in early spring. Covering the young plants with a cloche or fleece will help them establish even faster, giving you an impressively early harvest of sweet baby beans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Puzzle Seed Company ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57907845005637,"sku":"25498041810386","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/9582\/1637\/files\/IMG-9740.png?v=1778448622"},{"product_id":"bunyards-exhibition-heritage-longpod-50-seeds","title":"Bunyards Exhibition - Heritage Longpod (50 Seeds)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Victorian Classic – The Standard for Reliability and Heavy Yields.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst introduced in the late 1800s, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad Bean ‘Bunyards Exhibition’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remains one of the most popular varieties in the UK for a reason. It is the quintessential heritage \"Longpod,\" prized by generations of gardeners for its incredible vigor and its ability to produce a heavy crop even in challenging conditions. Whether you are growing for the kitchen table or the local flower show, Bunyards is a dependable performer that never goes out of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach pack contains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing an abundant supply of large, succulent beans. This variety is famous for its long, slender pods that hang in heavy clusters, each packed with 6 to 8 creamy-white, flavorful beans. Because it is exceptionally hardy, it is one of the best varieties for autumn sowing, allowing you to get a head start on the season and harvest your beans weeks ahead of your neighbors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy ‘Bunyards Exhibition’ is a garden essential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime-Tested Reliability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A heritage variety that has stood the test of time, known for its strong germination and consistent yields.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExhibition Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Produces long, straight, and uniform pods that are a favorite for competitive growers and home enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperior Hardiness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One of the most resilient varieties, making it ideal for over-wintering or early spring sowings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Flavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Offers the traditional, rich \"nutty\" flavor of a true heritage broad bean, perfect for classic British summer dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Broad Bean ‘Bunyards Exhibition’ (Heritage Longpod)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow Outdoors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e February to April (or October\/November for an extra-early harvest).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5cm (2in).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20–25cm apart in double rows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e June to August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGardener’s Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To keep your plants productive and upright, provide a simple support system of stakes and twine at the ends of your rows. 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